Read This First - Panasonic AG-HPX172EN Operating Instructions Manual

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g DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVERS
BY UNSCREWING THEM.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING:
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY
FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY
IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED
TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID
CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.
WARNING:
Always keep memory cards or accessories
(coin battery, microphone holder screws,
microphone holder adapter, ferrite cores,
INPUT terminal cover) out of the reach of
babies and small children.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE
THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do
not install or place this unit in a bookcase,
built-in cabinet or any other confined space. To
prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due
to overheating, ensure that curtains and any
other materials do not obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTION:
Do not lift the unit by its handle while the tripod
is attached. When the tripod is attached, its
weight will also affect the unit's handle, possibly
causing the handle to break and hurting
the user. To carry the unit while the tripod is
attached, take hold of the tripod..
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion or fire if battery is mistreated.
For Battery Pack
• Replace only with same or specified type.
• Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire.
• Do not store in temperatures over 60°C.
• Do not leave the battery in an automobile
exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of
time with doors and windows closed.
• Use specified charger.
For Battery of Remote Controller
• Replace battery with part No. CR2025 only.
• Do not recharge the battery.
• Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire.
• Do not store in temperatures over 60°C.

Camera-Recorder
The rating plate is on the underside of the
viewfinder.
AC Adapter
The rating plate is on the underside of the AC
Adapter.
Disconnect the AC mains plug from the AC
mains socket when not in use.
CAUTION:
THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY
CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.
THE AC RECEPTACLE (MAINS SOCKET
OUTLET) SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR
THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY
ACCESSIBLE.
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS
EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS,
DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD PLUG
FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.
CAUTION:
Do not jar, swing, or shake the unit by its
handle while the conversion lens or another
accessory is attached.
Due to the added weight of the conversion
lens, any strong jolt to the handle may damage
the unit or result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
EXCESSIVE SOUND PRESSURE FROM
EARPHONES AND HEADPHONES CAN
CAUSE HEARING LOSS.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the unit in direct contact with the
skin for long periods of time when in use.
Low temperature burn injuries may be suffered
if the high temperature parts of this unit are
in direct contact with the skin for long periods
of time.
When using the equipment for long periods of
time, make use of the tripod.
indicates safety information.